How To Fix BRAIN115 - There are calculated elements. These results are bracketed [ ]

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: There are calculated elements. These results are bracketed [ ]

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

When a user starts a query or bookmark using Execute and Debug in the
Query Monitor (transaction RSRT, RSRT1, or RSRT2), the system adds
brackets to all numbers for which there is a special calculation
formula. It also displays these numbers in a different color.
This helps you to analyze complex figures and, where applicable, to
recognize that an error has not occurred in the analytic engine.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN115 - There are calculated elements. These results are bracketed [ ] ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN115 indicates that there are calculated elements in your query results that are being bracketed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries in BEx (Business Explorer) Analyzer or similar tools.
  Cause:
  The error message BRAIN115 is triggered when:
  
  You have defined calculated key figures or elements in your query.
  The query is attempting to display results that include these calculated elements, but there is an issue with how they are being processed or displayed.
  The calculated elements may not be compatible with the current context of the query or the data being retrieved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN115 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Review the query definition in the BEx Query Designer. Ensure that the calculated elements are correctly defined and that their formulas are valid.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Sources:
  
  Ensure that the data sources used in the query are correctly set up and that the underlying data is available and accurate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Query Context:
  
  Sometimes, the context in which the calculated elements are being evaluated may not be appropriate. Check the filters, variables, and other settings in the query to ensure they align with the calculated elements.
  
  
  
  Test with Simplified Query:
  
  Create a simplified version of the query without the calculated elements to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the calculated elements are compatible with the other elements in the query. For example, if you are using different data types or aggregations, this could lead to issues.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or support resources for any specific notes or updates related to the BRAIN115 error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for using calculated elements in queries.
  BEx Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the features and limitations of the BEx Query Designer, especially regarding calculated key figures.
  Performance Considerations: Be aware that complex calculations can impact query performance. Optimize your queries where possible.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the BRAIN115 error in your SAP environment.